Richard Valinsky, PhD, is a dedicated psychologist who believes that feelings of dissatisfaction, unhappiness, anger, anxiety, or depression present opportunities for personal growth. He views these challenges as pathways to discovering positive meaning, purpose, and satisfaction in life. Through his supportive approach, Richard aims to help individuals realize their desired growth, guiding them to break free from negative thoughts and painful emotions. With extensive experience in relationship issues, career transitions, coping with illness and loss, and managing stress, pain, PTSD, anger, depression, and anxiety, he provides valuable insights into understanding the barriers that hold clients back. Richard has held prominent roles such as supervising clinical psychologist for Niagara County Mental Health Services and has served as Director at The Holistic Center of Pittsburgh and The Center for Pain Management, St Francis Medical Center. Currently, he operates a private practice in Oakmont, where he continues to make a positive impact on his clients' lives.